states: [australia]
category: mixed
year: 1981
location: Northern territory
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: -12.8333333300, 132.8333333000
Kakadu, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Australia, is a vast wilderness celebrated for its rich biodiversity and profound cultural heritage. Its rugged escarpments, sprawling wetlands, and lush forests shelter unique species like saltwater crocodiles and rare birds. Ancient rock art, dating back tens of thousands of years, adorns its cliffs, reflecting the enduring presence of Indigenous custodians. This dynamic landscape blends natural splendor with a living cultural legacy, making it a global treasure of ecological and historical significance.
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